Major in Environmental Science
The interdisciplinary Environmental Science major is centered on an understanding of the relationship between the Earth’s natural systems and human systems.
The program builds upon fundamental principles of biology, ecology, geology and chemistry to address challenges and opportunities involving environmental issues that face our planet today.
As part of the innovative Center for Integrated Science, the Environmental Science major is truly exceptional. Environmental science involves the application of scientific information to solving conflicts resulting from humans' use of the earth's resources. This requires an understanding of the sustainability of the earth's systems and resources, the interrelationships between these systems, as well as the human impact on the environment.
Environmental Science is thus an inherently interdisciplinary field, using and combining information from such varied disciplines as biology, chemistry, geology, economics, political science, law and ethics. The CLU program in Environmental Science is designed to provide the student with the tools to critically examine environmental issues from a variety of perspectives. Beyond the required foundational science courses, the program provides a broad range of science and humanities courses to select from, allowing students to tailor the program to the student's interests. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, providing the student with opportunities to actively engage in research.
Program Requirements
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Faculty
William L. Bilodeau, Ph.D.
Professor of Geology
Barbara Collins, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology
Andrea L. Huvard, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology and Environmental Science
Linda A. Ritterbush, Ph.D.
Professor of Geology
Contact the Department
Environmental Science
California Lutheran University
60 W. Olsen Rd. #
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Department Chair:
Linda A. Ritterbush
